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All upcoming Infopeople eventsenSubject Area Referencehttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D15%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Subject Area Reference is a series of modules for library staff who have attained the core competencies of reference fundamentals. In addition to the subject areas addressed in this series, you may be interested in expanding your knowledge of providing health and wellness...2013-01-29 00:00Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/15.Jan%2029%20-%20Jan%2011Health and Wellness Competencieshttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D32%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Nearly a fifth of our nation’s GDP is spent on health care – double that of any other nation. The most significant growth in health care spending, according to the Public Health Institute, stems from an increase in the growing burden of chronic diseases linked to modifiable...2013-03-11 00:00Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/32.Mar%2005%20-%20Aug%2020Affordable Care Act @ Your California Public Libraryhttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D137%26amp%3Breset%3D1
The initial enrollment period for Californians seeking affordable healthcare through the state's health insurance exchange, Covered California, is now closed. However, public libraries have a big role to play in the next big objective of Covered California - bridging the...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/137.Sep%2027%20-%20Apr%2030Developing a Digital Branchhttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D456%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Would you like to expand and enhance your library’s online presence? Do you want to build an effective, user-friendly digital branch that is an active online community where customers can interact – with you and with each other?
In this course, you’ll learn:
The differences...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/456.Feb%2024%20-%20Mar%2023Introduction to Library Managementhttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D466%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Have you recently moved to a management position or are you considering a career path in library management? Do you want to determine your potential as a manager or improve your ability to be a successful manager? How strong are your management skills and what can you do to...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/466.Mar%2010%20-%20Apr%2006Leading From Any Position: Influencing Library Effectiveness and Responsiveness 2015 - Sacramentohttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D473%26amp%3Breset%3D1
In the current environment of tight budgets, limited resources, and a changing world, libraries of all kinds are seeking ways to focus their energy on meeting critical user needs while maximizing the talents of every staff member to streamline internal processes.
Leading From...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/473.Mar%2011%20-%20Mar%2012Power Searching: alternative search engines, social media, and subject indiceshttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D469%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Power Searching Webinar Series: 2 of 3
Are you concerned how Google and Bing gain personal information from your search history?
Would you like to be able to query multiple search engines at once?
Need to search for relevant information on social media networks?
Google, Bing,...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/469.Mar%2011%20-%20Mar%2011Reel in Readers: Connecting Youth to Books through Videohttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D465%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Have you ever seen a clever book trailer online, and wondered, “How did they DO that? In this crash course on video production and digital animation, you will learn how to expand your readers’ advisory services with book trailers - an animated or live action "preview" for a book...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/465.Mar%2017%20-%20Apr%2013Maker-centered Learning in the Libraryhttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D468%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Are you interested in expanding the definition of literacy in your library programs and services to include the multiple literacies embodied by the maker movement?
Would you like to learn more about maker-centered learning in libraries?
Do you need help figuring out where to...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/468.Mar%2031%20-%20Apr%2027Getting Started With Google Analyticshttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D474%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Since its inception over 25 years ago, the Internet has provided an amazing opportunity for even the smallest of organizations to reach millions of people. Many librarians consider their website as an online branch, but how do you know if your library’s website is effective?...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/474.Apr%2007%20-%20Apr%2021Many Paths to Conversation: techniques for successful ESL clubshttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D479%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Are you interested in new ways to serve the immigrants in your community?
Would you like to have fun and build strong relationships with your patrons?
Are you interested in attending the best potluck ever?
ESL (English as a Second Language) Conversation Clubs are simple and...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/479.Apr%2008%20-%20Apr%2008Supervisory Success: Interpersonal Skills for New and Not-so-new Supervisorshttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D475%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Are you a new supervisor or lead?
Would you like to move into a supervisory position in a library?
Do you want to improve your ability to bring out the best in your employees?
Supervising others can be exciting and gratifying, but it can also be challenging. While it is great to...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/475.Apr%2014%20-%20May%2011What’s New in Children’s Literature: 2015 Updatehttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D478%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Do you freeze when a child requests a “good book new to read?”
Do you feel like you always recommend the same old books?
Would you like to learn more about children’s books reflecting our multicultural communities?
Discover the new books that you can offer to children who use...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/478.Apr%2014%20-%20Apr%2014Transforming Adult Services: Engaging and Serving Those Over 50https://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D476%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Would you like to better meet the needs of older adults in your community?
Do you want to know more about the issues and interests that matter to adults over 50?
Are you interested in knowing how to develop and market programs related to the creative and social needs of midlife...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/476.Apr%2028%20-%20May%2025Customer Service Challenges: Dealing with Difficult Patron Behaviorhttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D477%26amp%3Breset%3D1
Libraries face some unique customer service challenges. They provide free and open access to resources and services, ideally in an environment that is safe and respectful to staff, patrons, volunteers, and others. The peaceful co-existence of service, safety, and respect may be...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/477.Apr%2028%20-%20May%2025Power Searching: databases and the hidden webhttps://infopeople.org/civicrm/event/info%3Fid%3D470%26amp%3Breset%3D1
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Part 1: PowerSearching: advanced search operators Wednesday, January 14, 2015
Part 2: Power Searching: alternative search engines, social media, and subject indices. Wednesday, March 11,...Infopeople Adminhttps://infopeople.org/470.May%2013%20-%20May%2013